OTCB Podcast

This week on the OTCB Podcast we go live on YouTube for another episode of OTCB After Dark.With the holiday schedule, we come to you a little earlier than normal after a very wild week 4. The Goalie battle between Harley and Damude made headlines across the sports, but what the hell sparked it?Speaking of goalies, they've been setting an incredible precedent with the amount of shots they're stoping, so should the NLL think about shrinking the pads or is that just an early season drought for the shooters. We'll answer your questions, set up a tasty week 5 and give you a Goalie Union exclusive parlay with the Polar Bears. All that and more on this week's OTCB Podcast.

This week on the Off the CrosseBar Podcast, we welcome back friend of the show - the GM and Head Coach of the Ottawa Black Bears, Dan MacRae.This past Friday night, MacRae made history- or so we believe- become the first person in NLL History to have scored the first game winning-goal as a Captain in franchise history then to go on and win a game a that franchise's Coach and GM. Not something he had on this bingo card. MacRae's group is still young but he's done an incredible job surrounding not only his super-star Captain, but himself with people that make his job easier. It was a busy week 3 and the Goalie Union is making an early statement. We'll answer your questions and get your set for an interesting week 4 in the NLL. Plus give you another chance to earn some more Xmas money with the Polar Bears.All that and more on this week's OTCB.

This week on the Off the CrosseBar Podcast we're joined by friend of the program and proud Bills Mafia member, Joe Resetarits of the Philadelphia Wings. The Wings are one of three teams yet to play a game this season but the extra few weeks of practice have helped this young team come together. Resetarits, entering his 12th season, has been a different player since the Covid break and while he may not have many years left, he's continuing to enjoy every moment. Week 2 was a quiet one but there's still lots to discuss, so we'll answer your questions in this week's Mail Bag. Week 3 however will see all 14 teams take to the turf.The Polar Bears give us another great boosted number for BoxBets and don't forget to keep entering for a chance to join us in Edmonton next month. All that and more coming up on OTCB.

This week on the Off the CrosseBar Podcast we welcome back friend of the show, and newest Captain of the Calgary Roughnecks- Eli Salama.There was a much different look and feel at Roughnecks camp this year, as a new chapter begins in Alberta but that's not slowing down Salama and company. They see the power-rankings, they see all the chirps... Roughnecks vs the World is here and now. We'll answer your questions in this week's Mailbag, give props to Dane Dobbie and talk about the importance of controlling the controllables.Plus another exclusive BoxBet with the Polar Bears and more. All this week on OTCB.

This week on the Off the CrosseBar Podcast we go live on our brand new YouTube channel, ahead of the opening games of the season. Before the action gets going we have to talk about the wizardry performed by Bandits GM, Steve Dietrich , who manipulated his roster at the deadline in ways we've never seen before. AND he somehow acquired Mitch de Snoo.We'll set up all four games in week 1, as the Oshawa FireWolves are set to play in front of a packed house in their new den on TSN and NLL+.Chat asks the questions in the OTCB Mailbag, we give our dark-horses for end of the year awards and toss out our final hot-takes.Oh and don't forget about BoxBets were we give you an exclusive boosted prop-bet for week 1.All that and more on this week's OTCB Podcast.

This week on the Off the CrosseBar Podcast we welcome back Mr Luxurious, Mitch Belisle. And he may have set the bar too high for future guests.After an appearance at the Hawaii Invitational and a leisurely marathon around NYC, Belisle helps us finish off our team previews before things get going for real next week. We talk about his respect and relationship with Swarm HC Eddie Comeau, does Connor Fields need to be as good as he was last year and he gives us a very interesting hot take. Plus, we answer some of your questions, recap last weekend's exhibition games and take a loot some week 1 odds with the Polar Bears.All that and more on this week's OTCB.

This week on the Off the CrosseBar Podcast, we welcome our good friend Danny “Dimes” Lomas.After stepping away from his playing career, Lomas started the transition to the media side of things and became a big part of the success of The Back of the Bird Podcast. This past September, he made his NLL+ debut as part of the NLL Draft broadcast — and was a natural!Like we did with Brad Challoner last week, we'll tee up Dan with the four Eastern Canadian teams to see what he has to say. It's a very insightful conversation with a few hilarious stories and some wise words.We answer your questions in the OTCB Mailbag, chat about some early preseason thoughts, and of course check in with the Polar Bears.All that and more on this week's OTCB.

This week on the Off the CrosseBar Podcast we welcome NLL on TSN analyst and host of "Coaches Calls", Brad Challoner. A busy lacrosse dad, Challoner is just as excited as the rest of us to get the new season going. So we'll dive into some team previews with Brad as we get his perspective one some very important questions.We'll open up the mailbox for the first time, answering some of your questions as there's still so many mysteries as we approach Face-off weekend.There's just three weeks left for teams decide their final rosters so pre-season games will be vital and thankfully for everyone- NLL+ will be broadcasting a few of them.A quick check in with the Polar Bears and more on this week's OTCB.

This week on the OTCB Podcast; after a long drawn put CBA negotiations NLL Commissioner Brett Frood is, like all us fans and players, ready to get the season started.There wasn't much of an off season for Frood, the Owners and the NLLPA. What with dealing with the Knighthawks, FireWolves and Wings situations- but with all that behind us, it's time to play some lacrosse. Frood discussion some of the labour talks, the Unboxed initiative, major TV deals and more.It's the first show of the season so we slowly get ourselves back into "game shape". We'll check in with the Polar Bears over at CoolBet and set you up for the next few weeks leading up to the season opener in Oshawa.All that and more on this week's OTCB.

This week on the OTCB Podcast we welcome friend of the show, back to back to back Champ and newly named Finals MVP- the Buffalo Army Knife- Ian MacKay. Fresh off a third straight NLL Title, MacKay is still in the fog of cloud 9 after a few days of well deserved celebrations. We talk about his transition to the front door, the sacrifices everyone had to make to and some of the ridiculousness of Chase Fraser.We also talk about the quiet moments to himself after what was a very emotional year both on and off the floor. Plus, we'll answer some of your questions, give you another chance to win with CoolBet and more- as we get set to go on summer vacation- this week on OTCB.

This week on the OTCB Podcast we welcome back long time friend of the show, and one of the original TFLs- Steve Govett.Steve is no stranger to starting up new ventures and last week he helped announce the latest- the NLL Alumni Club. There's nearly 40 years of professional indoor lacrosse alumni and this will be a great way to keep all those former players, staff and even fans connected. And don't forget about the collectibles!We'll get his thoughts on the NLL Finals and see if there's any new information on LA28.But the big news is, that's its NLL Finals week as the Saskatchewan Rush eliminated the Halifax Thunderbirds in dramatic fashion over the weekend. Down two with under a minute to play, some fans were leaving SaskTel- and if they did, they missed on the wildest finishes in league history. It sets up a rematch of the 2016 NLL Finals between the Rush and the reining, defending two-time back to back Champion Buffalo Bandits. We'll break it down, answer your questions and give you two different chances to win with CoolBet. All that and more on this week's OTCB

This week on the OTCB Podcast we welcome back our good buddy from the Halifax Thunderbirds, Clarke Petterson.A second 100+ point season boosted by a career high 70 assists saw Petterson once again, take his game to another level on the Atlantic Coast. His chemistry with Staats and Hoggarth have created a real problem for opposing defenses.Unfortunately for Petterson and the TBirds, their backs are against the wall down one game to none in their semi-final series with the Rush. The good news is, there's still games to play and but it's now or never. The Bandits advanced with a two game sweep of the Warriors, as Chase Fraser added to his audacious highlight reel. Buffalo will be appearing in their FIFTH STRAIGHT NLL FINALS!We'll answer you questions, talk some NLL Awards, and give you another chance to win with CoolBet. All that and more, on this week's OTCB

This week on the OTCB Podcast we preview the final four teams with four outstanding guests. Cody Janzen and Maki Jenner will join us to break down the series between the Rush and Thunderbirds that will start in Halifax. Then, Tino Fera and Steve Bermel stop by to set up Warriors and Bandits that gets underway Friday night. We'll recap the quarterfinals, answer some of your questions and get you set for the best-of-three semifinals. Plus we'll give you another chance to win with Coolbet. All that and more this week, on OTCB

This week on the OTCB Podcast, we hop on the Dhane Train headed to BanditLand to speak with the man who has set the single season assist record four years running!Dhane Smith may go down as the best passer in the NLL history - his last 4 seasons along has him in the top 40 All-Time assists- but for now he's focused on helping the Bandits to their 3rd straight title. He know it won't be easy. It's been a heck of a 12 months for Smith. Dating back to last May he's won a NLL title, a Mann Cup, got married, saw his best friend get married and won a World Championship. Winning is contagious, so can he keep the good times rolling?Week 21 in the NLL was maybe the greatest final weekend in league history with the final play-off spot not being decided until late on Saturday night. We'll break it down for you and get you set up for the opening weekend of the NLL Playoffs.It only take 5 wins to be champion but you can get to 5, if you don't win the first. We'll answer your questions, give you another chance to win with CoolBet and so much more, on this week's OTCB.

This week on the Off the CrosseBar Podcast- it's week 21 and it could be the greatest final weekend in NLL history.Three spots remain in the March to May and seven teams are still alive!The Boys break down a wild week 20 and then get you set for the final eight games of the regular season. Plus we'll answer your questions and give you another chance to win with CoolBet.All that and more, on this week's OTCB

This week on the Off the CrosseBar Podcast we welcome Georgia Swarm Clutch King, Andrew Kew. After a disappointing draft day where the projected #1 pick ended up slipping to 3rd overall, Kew has learned how to flip the switch, and turn a negative into a positive. Now a member of the Swarm, Kew is in a locker-room full of familiar faces and an incredible coach. From University to the Pros, the Oakville product has been coached by some incredible legends, and those lessons continue to play a major role in his development. Sitting at 8-8, two wins over the final two weekend swill secure the Swarm a ticket to the dance, but they have to get through their arch-nemeses from Philly.With just two weeks left in the regular season, we recap week 19 and get you set for a massive week 20. Plus, we'll answer your questions and give you another chance to win with the Polar Bears. All that and more on this week's OTCB.

This week on the OTCB Podcast we welcome back NLLPA President and San Diego Seals star, Zach Currier.It's a busy time of year for Currier as the Seals are trying to secure a home play-off game, all while he's trying to help secure a new CBA deal for the Player's Union AND take care of his new baby boy, Stetson.After an emotional return to Calgary where he spent his first 6 pro seasons, Currier and the Seals are playing some of their best ball. San Diego is on a 3 game heater heading to a match-up this weekend with the hottest team in the NLL, the Rochester Knighthawks. We'll answer your questions this week as we look towards the 2025 NLL Draft, set you up for a pivotal week 18 and give you another chance to win with Coolbet. All that and more on this week's OTCB.

This week on the Off the CrosseBar Podcast we welcome long time friend of the show and one of the NLL GOATs of broadcasting, Craig Rybczynski.Rypper has been with the KHawks organization for over 20 years, seeing almost of the highs and surprisingly not too many lows. However a few weeks ago, a promise to his son Jacob, the NLL's iron-man like streak of consecutive broadcasted games came to an end. Rochester is the NLL's hottest team right now having won four straight and they're lead by Connor Fields who is well passed due MVP honours. We talk about the team's depth on both sides of the ball, the confidence from GM Dan Carey and future of this club. Plus we'll do a blind "it could happen" thanks to NLLStats, set you up for a wild week 17 and give you another chance to win with CoolBet. All that and more on this week's OTCB.

This week on the OTCB Podcast, we welcome the newest member of the Vancouver Warriors, Christian Del Bianco.In what seemed like a deadline day miracle, the 2023 NLL MVP and Goalie of the Year is back in the NLL after holding-out from the Calgary Roughnecks. It's a major get for the future of the Warriors and will give them a solidified #1 goalie for the next decade. After a memorable week 15, we get you set for a play-off like week 16 as we are deep into the March to May where every game seems like a must win game. We'll answer your question, give way too many free ads for the Harbourfront Marriot in Halifax and give you a great chance to win with Cool Bet.All that and more on this week's OTCB

This week on the Off the CrosseBar Podcast we welcome back friend of the show and the NLL's biggest rising star, Maki Jenner.Growing up in lacrosse family, Jenner always dreamed of being a big deal like Charlotte North, well she is but it's just with a microphone instead of a stick. After an incredible 2024 where she became the first female to be on a Minto Cup broadcast, to calling the first every Women's World Lacrosse Box Championship game she'll continue her historic run this weekend in Halifax. Jenner will join her Uncle and become the first female for a Televised NLL on TSN game as Pat will slide down to the sidelines. It's going to be another historic night as she blazes her own path to "her"story. We'll break down week 14 in the NLL and get you set for week 15, plus answer your questions and give you another chance to win with CoolBet.All that and more on this week's OTCB.